Go Drayage Blog
We cover a wide range of 3PL & drayage topics.
“Available,” “On Hold,” “Not Released”: Reading Terminal Container Status
Available, on hold, not released, grounded: what each container status at PortMiami and Port Everglades really means and what to do about it.
Blank Sailings and Slipping ETAs: How to Keep Drayage Plans Intact
Blank sailings and slipping ETAs wreck container plans. How South Florida importers adjust drayage, free time and warehouse labor when a vessel shifts.
Unloading an ocean container safely at a receiving dock
An ocean container has been through a crane, a ship’s rolling, a chassis, and a highway before it reaches your…
How to Check a Drayage Carrier’s Safety and Authority Before You Tender
Anyone can put a rate in an email. Before that rate turns into your container on someone else’s chassis, you…
Puerto Rico, the Jones Act, and How the Drayage Leg Actually Differs
Shippers who move containers to Puerto Rico out of South Florida keep running into the same surprise: it looks like…
Importer recordkeeping: what to keep, how long, and how to be ready if CBP asks
Most importers find out their records are incomplete at the worst possible moment — when a CBP officer asks for…
Logistics News From Go Freight
- Cargo Insurance vs Carrier Liability: What Carmack Covers 10/09/2026When freight is damaged, many shippers assume the carrier will pay the full value. Often that is not what happens. Understanding how carrier liability works, and where cargo insurance fits, can save you from a painful surprise. This article is general information, not legal advice. The Carmack Amendment in plain English For interstate trucking in […]
- Dry Ice Shipping Rules: Packaging, Labeling and Limits 10/09/2026Dry ice keeps perishable food, biologics, and vaccines frozen without liquid melt. But solid carbon dioxide is regulated as a hazardous material in transport, and improper packaging can cause pressure buildup, or leave carriers refusing the shipment. Here is what shippers should understand. Always verify current requirements in the applicable regulations and with your carrier. […]
- Wine and Spirits Distribution in Florida: Logistics Basics 10/09/2026Alcohol is one of the most regulated products a logistics provider will touch. Rules differ by state, license type, and whether goods are imported, and mistakes can lead to seized product or lost licenses. This overview covers the basics of how wine and spirits typically move in Florida. It is not legal advice; confirm requirements […]
- Cruise Ship Provisioning Logistics at PortMiami 10/09/2026PortMiami turns around some of the world’s largest cruise ships in a matter of hours. Behind every embarkation day is a precisely timed supply operation delivering food, beverages, linens, spare parts, and retail goods. For suppliers and vendors, the margin for error is close to zero. Why cruise provisioning is different A cruise ship cannot […]
- Trade Show Freight to the Miami Beach Convention Center 10/09/2026Trade show freight punishes mistakes. A late crate, a missing label, or an unplanned fee can leave a booth empty on opening day. Miami Beach hosts a steady calendar of large events, so exhibitors need a plan that works within show-site rules and tight windows. Know your show’s rules first Every show has an exhibitor […]
- Cross-Docking vs Traditional Warehousing for Miami Shippers 10/09/2026Not every pallet needs a home. Some freight only needs a quick transfer from one truck to another, while other freight needs to sit on a rack until it is ordered. Choosing between cross-docking and traditional warehousing, or blending both, can reshape your costs and delivery speed. What is cross-docking? Cross-docking moves freight from an […]
- How to Read a Freight Quote: A Line-by-Line Miami Guide 10/09/2026Two freight quotes for the same shipment can be hundreds of dollars apart, and the cheaper one is not always the better deal. The difference often hides in what the quote includes, what it excludes, and what happens if reality does not match the assumptions. Here is how to read a quote like a pro. […]
- Freight Accessorial Charges: Liftgate, Residential and More 10/09/2026You approved a freight quote, the shipment delivered, and then the invoice arrived with extra lines you did not expect. Those lines are almost always accessorial charges: fees for services beyond basic dock-to-dock transportation. They are not necessarily unfair, but they are avoidable when you know what triggers them. What are accessorial charges? A base […]
- LTL Pallet Wrapping and Load Stability: A Shipper’s Guide 10/09/2026Most LTL damage claims begin long before the truck arrives. A pallet that looks fine on your dock can shift, crush, or fall apart after two or three terminal handoffs. Because LTL freight is loaded, unloaded, and re-sorted several times, the way you build and wrap a pallet is your best protection. Here is a […]
- Freight Broker vs Carrier: Who Should You Hire in Miami? 10/09/2026Every shipper in South Florida eventually asks the same question: should we book directly with a trucking company, or work through a freight broker? The honest answer is that it depends on your lanes, your volume, and how much of the day-to-day coordination you want to own. This guide walks through the real trade-offs so […]